M.M. in Performance - Instrumental Concentration

Wells School of Music
Major Requirements
Music History course 500 level or higher 13
Music Theory course 500 level or higher 23
INM 541Graduate Applied Performance Lesson3
INM 542Graduate Applied Performance Lesson3
INM 543Graduate Applied Performance Lesson3
Concentration Requirements 3
Select 5-6 credits from the following. 5-6
Advanced Instrumental Conducting
Brass Literature
Brass Literature I
Brass Literature II
Brass Literature III
Guitar Literature
Guitar Literature III
String Literature I
String Literature II
String Literature III
Woodwind Literature I
Woodwind Literature II
Woodwind Literature III
Instrumental Literature
Percussion Literature I
Percussion Literature II
Percussion Literature III
Supportive Electives 500 level or higher. 35-6
AIM 697Recital Instrumental2
AES 511Chamber Recital2
Comprehensive Exit Examination 4
Total Minimum Credits Required30
1

If the student fails the Graduate Placement Test, they must take MHL 501 prior to satisfying this requirement.

2

If the student fails the Graduate Placement Test, they must take MTC 591 prior to satisfying this requirement. 

3

Selected under advisement.  

4

Completion of a comprehensive exit examination is required.

To track their individual degree progress, students are advised to access their Degree Progress Report (DPR) via my WCU and consult their Graduate Coordinator.  For more information, visit wcupa.edu/DegreeProgressReport.

The following is a sample suggested course sequence for this program; course offerings and availability are not guaranteed. Students should consult their academic advisor with any questions.

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
Semester OneCredits
Music History or Music Theory 3
Advanced Lessons (541) 3
Concentration Elective 2-3
 Credits8-9
Semester Two
Music History or Music Theory 3
Advanced Lessons (542) 3
Free Elective 3
 Credits9
Year Two
Semester One
Advanced Lessons (543) 3
Concentration Elective 2-3
Chamber Recital 2
 Credits7-8
Semester Two
Advanced Lessons (544) - Free Elective 3
Recital 2
Comprehensive Exit Exam
 Credits5
 Total Credits29-31